Finance & Admin...
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Advantages and Disadvantages of Incorporation
Incorporation of a company is a major step that has concomitant advantages and disadvantages, each of which should be carefully considered....
Approaching Investors for Your Business
Securing investment for a new business is a difficult task that requires creative thinking, a knowledge of your targets, and a sound proposal....
Avoiding the Most Common Business Plan Mistakes
A sound business plan is hugely important for any new business. However, in order to remain useful, the document must avoid a number of common mistakes....
Carbon Footprints and Your Business
Climate change is an issue of growing importance. Many businesses are gradually moving towards a carbon neutral position, and are reaping the benefits....
Financing a Social Enterprise
Financing a social enterprise is much like financing any commercial start-up. However, there are a number of funding streams available solely to social enterprise…...
Getting a New Business Bank Loan
This article looks at the process by which start up businesses can apply for new business loans, and the requirements that they will need to fulfil....
Joining a Trade Organisation
This article looks at the characteristics of trade associations, and the potential benefits associated with membership....
Keeping Accurate Accounts for Your Business
Keeping accurate accounts for your photography business is necessary, but help is available when it comes to the process of doing so....
Legal Structures of Businesses
When setting up a new business it is vital that due consideration is given to legal structure, as this can have significant implications in the future....
Making Realistic Sales Forecasts
Developing realistic sales forecasts is vital for a new business, as it will encourage investors and give managers a better idea of their financial position....
Photography Business: Alternative Finance Sources
Securing funding for your photography business can be difficult - but the banks are not the only place to look. There is a range of other potential sources of funding....
Raise Capital Through Government Grants
There are a variety of government grants available to those establishing new businesses, however certain criteria must be met for qualification....
Self Employment Rules and Regulations
Becoming self employed has a number of benefits. However, it is important that you understand and abide by the associated rules and regulations....
The Rules on Employing People
UK employment law can be a complex area. However, prospective employers should be well versed in it in order to ensure their adherence....
What is a Limited Liability Partnership?
The legal structure of a business is of vital importance. A limited liability partnership offers many of the benefits of incorporation, while mitigating some of the…...
What is a Social Enterprise?
Social enterprise is a progressive business model that marries financial security with social and environmental aims....
What is IR35?
IR35 was introduced with a view to making tax evasion more difficult. However, its provisions have meant that many contractors are liable for significantly increased…...
Writing a Business Plan
This article provides advice on the process of writing a business plan for a photography business....